How can I add/delete an iCal calendar?

Keeping your calendar up to date helps you avoid double bookings and capture the bookings you receive across channels. Whether you're adding a new iCal calendar or removing an existing one, this step-by-step guide walks you through the process.

How do I add an iCal calendar?

Adding an iCal calendar to your account helps you keep your availability aligned across all booking channels. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host Account
2. Navigate to "Configuration" on the top-left side of the menu
3. Scroll down to the "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Click on "Configure" to add a new calendar
5. Select your desired channel from the list (choose "Other" if your provider isn't listed)
6. Enter your calendar details:
   • Paste the iCal URL from your external calendar provider
   • Give your calendar a descriptive name for easy reference
7. Copy and paste your Holidu Host iCal link into your external calendar provider's settings
8. Click "Save" to finalize the addition of your iCal calendar

Once you complete these steps, your calendars will sync, helping you avoid double bookings and ensure you never miss a reservation opportunity.

How can I delete an iCal calendar?

If you need to remove an iCal calendar—perhaps due to a change in listings or to resolve sync errors—the process is straightforward:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host Account
2. Go to "Configuration" on the top-left side of the menu
3. Scroll down to the "iCal & Synchronization" section
4. Find the iCal calendar you wish to remove
5. Click on "Edit" next to the configured iCal calendar
6. Click on "Delete" and confirm the deletion

Your calendar will be removed immediately, allowing you to keep your booking management clean and organized.

Troubleshooting calendar sync issues

If you notice red dates appearing on your calendar, this indicates overlapping bookings. This situation typically occurs when two reservations coincide, often as a result of iCal synchronization issues. In some cases, external calendar syncs may mirror each other, unintentionally creating duplicate entries.

To resolve overlapping bookings:

• Review all your synced calendars carefully
• Check for conflicting entries across different channels
• Verify that your integration settings are configured correctly
• Ensure you haven't accidentally added the same calendar twice

If the issue persists after reviewing your settings, double-check your iCal URLs to ensure they are current and correctly configured.

Best practices for calendar management

• Sync your calendars regularly to ensure your availability stays current across every booking channel
• Use clear, descriptive names for each calendar to easily identify them
• Review your synced calendars weekly to catch any synchronization issues early
• Keep your iCal URLs secure and only share them with trusted calendar platforms

We hope you find this article helpful. For further assistance, please use our contact form to reach our support team.